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Italian Citizenship by Descent

Italy offers one of the most generous citizenship by descent programs in Europe, with no language requirements and no residency obligations.

Processing Time

12-24 months

Starting Price

$1,500

Process Difficulty

Easy
65% Complex
Difficult

Success Factors

Clear documentation available
Moderate processing times
Expert guidance essential

Why Choose Italian Citizenship?

EU citizenship with work rights across 27 countries
No Italian language requirement
Passes citizenship to your children
No residency requirement to maintain
Access to Italian healthcare system
Visa-free travel to 180+ countries

Application Process & Pricing

Everything you need to know about getting your Italian citizenship

Eligibility Requirements

Key requirements for Italian citizenship by descent

Italian ancestor born in Italy (any year)
Unbroken chain of Italian citizenship to you
Ancestor didn't naturalize before children were born
All required documents properly authenticated
Required Documents

Documents you'll need to gather for your application

Your birth certificate (certified)
Your parents' birth/marriage certificates
Your grandparents' birth/marriage certificates
Italian ancestor's birth certificate from Italy
Italian ancestor's naturalization records (if any)
Death certificates for deceased persons in chain
Process Timeline

Step-by-step timeline for your Italian citizenship journey

1
Your birth certificate (certified)
Evaluate your eligibility and develop strategy
1-2 weeks
2
Document Collection
Gather all required documents from various sources
3-8 months
3
Translation & Authentication
Professional translation and apostille services
1-2 months
4
Consulate Application
Submit application and await processing
6-18 months
Common Challenges & Solutions

Potential obstacles in the Italian citizenship process and our proven solutions to overcome them

Challenge: Complex genealogy research required
Professional Research Team
• Certified genealogy researchers with Italian specialization
• Access to Italian archives and comune records
• Advanced DNA analysis to support documentary evidence
• Comprehensive family tree reconstruction services
Challenge: Italian document requests can be slow
Italian Document Expediting
• Direct relationships with Italian municipalities and archives
• Local Italian agents for in-person document collection
• Express document processing where available
• Multiple backup strategies for difficult-to-obtain documents
Challenge: Appointment booking at consulates
Consulate Relationship Management
• Established relationships with consular offices nationwide
• Professional appointment scheduling and management
• Strategic timing to minimize wait periods
• Backup consulate options when primary locations are busy
Challenge: Document translation and authentication
Certified Translation Services
• Network of certified translators specializing in legal documents
• Apostille and consular legalization services
• Quality review of all translations before submission
• Rush processing options for time-sensitive applications

Our Track Record Overcoming Challenges

98%

Success Rate
Even complex cases

2,500+

Cases Completed
All citizenship types

15

Years ExperienceSpecialized expertise

Don't Let Challenges Stop Your Citizenship Journey

Our experts have seen every possible obstacle and know exactly how to overcome them.

Standard

Basic Package

$1,500 USD /Adult Applicant

1:1 guidance with a dedicated advisor. You retrieve the documents—we tell you what, where, and how. Once your file is complete, we conduct final review.

Includes:

✅ Kickoff call + personal roadmap
✅ Tailored client portal
✅ Prefilled document order forms
✅ Guidance on submission

Not Included

❌ Document retrieval costs
❌ Authentication/apostille costs
❌ Translation costs
❌ Government Application fee
Book Free 15 Minute Consultation

All Inclusive

Full Service Package

$5,500 USD / Adult Applicant

Includes: Everything from Standard plus:

✅ Dedicated case manager & attorney oversight
✅ Full legal support by Italian Legal team
✅ Full document retrieval & apostilles
✅ Certified translations & notarizations
✅ Application prep & submission
✅ Passport issuance assistance

Family Plan Calculator

Add your spouse, children, and grandchlidren under one application flow. Our calculator shows a transparent total for your household. Immediate family only.

Extended family relatives join via the Ambassador Program.

Book Free 15 Minute Consultation
Prices increase to $6,250 on October 1st - Lock in today's rate

Family Plan Calculator

One principal plan with clear, transparent pricing for your immediate family
members.

📊 Calculate Your Family Plan
Principal Applicant (You)
Required - Primary account holder
$5,500
1 person included
Adult Children & Grandchildren
50% OFF
18+ years old - Your direct descendants only
0
$0
0 x $2,750
Minor Children & Grandchildren
Under 18 years old - Your direct descendants only
0
$0
0 x $750
Spouses
Your spouse & spouses of your children/grandchildren
0
$0
0 x $1,000
⚠️
Immediate Family Only
The 50% discount applies only to your direct descendants (children & grandchildren). Siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles require separate accounts with different pricing.

Select Your Onboarding Week

We onboard 30 new families per week. Reserve your spot now.

This Week
Welcome call and kickoff
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Next Week
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Week of Oct 14
Welcome call and kickoff
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spots remaining
Week of Oct 21
Welcome call and kickoff
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spots remaining
⏱️ Limited Time Offer

Reserve Your Welcome Call Slot

Secure your spot before someone else takes it

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Great Choice!

You've selected Week of Oct 21 for your family's welcome call.

Here's what happens next:

1
We'll hold your slot for 72 hours

No one else can book this specific time

2
Complete your payment (milestone or full)

Secure your family's enrollment within 72 hours

3
Your slot is confirmed!

We'll send calendar invites and prep materials

⚠️ Time-Sensitive Opportunity

If we don't receive your payment within 72 hours, this slot will be released to our waitlist. 12 families are competing for these limited spots.

No commitment until payment is processed. Your slot hold is completely free.

Questions? This slot hold gives you time to finalize your decision without losing your preferred week.

Choose Your Payment Method

Flexible payment options designed to fit your budget

Most Popular

Milestone-Based Payment Plan

Pay as we progress through your application

$0

total investment

Initial Payment
To begin your application
$0
After 30 Days
Document preparation phase
$0
After 60 Days
Application submission
$0
After 90 Days
Final processing
$0
SAVE 10%

Pay in Full

$0
$0

You save $0

◻️ Wire Transfer - no additional fees
💳 Credit Card - 3% processing fee
Cryptocurrency - no additional fees

Financing Options

Apply separately through Klarna (not available with milestone payments)

12-Month Plan
$0/mo
11.5% APR with Klarna
Total: $0
18-Month Plan
$0/mo
15% APR with Klarna
Total: $0

*Subject to credit approval. Financing applications processed separately.

Family Referral Program

Turn your extended family network into significant savings

Available after your kickoff call

Calculate Your Potential Rebates

Siblings
Brothers & sisters who become principal applicants for their own families
0
$0
0 x $250
Aunts & Uncles
Extended family who become principal applicants for their families
0
$0
0 x $250
Close Friends
Friends who become principal applicants for their families
0
$0
0 x $250
⚠️
Start with Your Family First
Focus on getting your immediate family (children, grandchildren) enrolled in your primary plan. The referral program becomes available AFTER your kickoff call.

Your Potential Rebate Summary

Your family plan cost $5,500
Extended family referrals (0) -$0
Net Family Cost: $5,500
After all referral rebates

How the Program Works

1 Complete Your Enrollment

Start with your immediate family plan and complete your kickoff call

2 30-Day Referral Window Opens

After kickoff, you have 30 days to invite extended family and friends

3 They Enroll & Pay Full Price

Each referral pays $5,500 for their own separate family plan

4 Both Receive $250 Rebates

Processed within 7-14 business days after their kickoff

Real Example

**Sarah's family plan:** $6,500 (herself + 2 adult children + 1 spouse)
**After kickoff, she refers:** 2 siblings + 1 close friend = 3 referrals
**Each referral pays:** $5,500 for their own family plans
**Sarah's rebate:** 3 x $250 = $750
**Sarah's net cost:** $6,500 - $750 = $5,750

Remember: Start with your immediate family first. The referral program is a bonus opportunity after you've secured your own family's future.

Your Family Plan Summary

Principal applicant $5,500
Adult children/grandchildren (0) $0
Minor children/grandchildren (0) $0
Spouses (0) $0
Total Investment:
$5,500
1 family member
Current pricing
✓ 100% Money-Back Guarantee
Why Choose Our Family Plan?
100% success-based pricing
50% savings for your children & grandchildren

💳 Accepted Payment Methods

🏦 Wire Transfer
💳 Visa
💳 Mastercard
💳 American Express
💳 Discover
* Credit card payments include a 3% processing fee. Wire transfers have no additional fees. Final amounts will be calculated at checkout based on your selected payment method.

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Living in Italy

Everything you need to know about life in Italy

Country Overview

Capital
Rome
Population
60.4 million
Language
Italian
Currency
Euro (€)
GDP per Capita
$35,551
Time Zone
CET/CEST

Passport Mobility

Global Ranking
#4
Visa-free destinations
189 countries
EU Work Rights
✓ 27 countries
Schengen Access
✓ Free travel
Work in Switzerland
✓ Bilateral agreement

Quality of Life

Global Peace Index
#32 worldwide
Happiness Report
#33 worldwide
Human Development
#29 worldwide
Healthcare Quality
#2 worldwide
Life Expectancy
83.4 years
Global Mobility

Italian passport ranks #4 globally with exceptional travel freedom and work rights

Travel Freedom

Visa-free Countries
189 destinations
Global Ranking
#4 (Henley Passport Index)
Schengen Zone
26 countries free access
EU Member Benefits
27 countries work rights

Key Destinations

United States - 90 days visa-free
Canada - eTA required (quick approval)
Australia - eVisitor visa online
Japan - 90 days visa-free
Singapore - 90 days visa-free
Switzerland - Work rights via bilateral agreement
United Kingdom - 6 months visitor access
All EU countries - Live and work freely
Healthcare System

Italy has one of the world's best healthcare systems (WHO #2 ranking) with universal coverage

System Overview

System Name
Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN)
Global Ranking
#2 (WHO)
Coverage
Universal for residents
Primary Care
Free with Tessera Sanitaria

Key Features

Free emergency care for all
Free hospital care and surgery
Comprehensive specialist care
Free maternity and pediatric care
Prescription medications heavily subsidized
Mental health services included
Dental care (emergency treatment)
Preventive care and health screenings
Tax System

Italy has a progressive tax system with various deductions and special regimes for new residents

Tax Rates

Personal Income
23% - 43%
Corporate Tax
24%
VAT Rate
22%
Capital Gains
26%
Property Tax
0.4% - 1.06%
Inheritance Tax
4% - 8%

Special Regimes

New resident scheme - 70% income tax reduction
Flat tax for wealthy individuals - €100,000 annually
Pension income regime - 7% flat rate
Start-up incentives for new businesses
R&D tax credits for innovation
Family allowances and deductions
Cost of Living

Italy offers excellent value for money, especially outside major cities like Milan and Rome

Cost Indices (vs NYC = 100)

Overall Cost Index
71.8
Rent Index
39.2
Groceries Index
65.3
Restaurant Index
69.7

Monthly Expenses (Examples)

1BR Rome/Milan center
€1,000-1,500
1BR Florence/Bologna
€700-1,000
1BR smaller cities
€400-700
Restaurant meal
€12-25
Coffee (espresso)
€1.00-1.50
Public transport pass
€35-55
Utilities (85m²)
€120-180
Climate & Weather

Italy enjoys a diverse Mediterranean climate with regional variations from Alpine to Mediterranean

Climate Overview

Climate Type
Mediterranean/Continental
Summer Average
20-30°C (68-86°F)
Winter Average
5-15°C (41-59°F)
Sunny Days/Year
250+ days
Annual Rainfall
600-1,500mm

Regional Variations

Northern Italy (Milan, Venice)
Continental climate, four distinct seasons
Central Italy (Rome, Florence)
Mediterranean climate, mild winters
Southern Italy (Naples, Sicily)
Warm Mediterranean, hot dry summers
Italian Alps
Alpine climate, snow in winter

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